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Wine Country Tour

Surviving a long Missouri winter sometimes calls for a trip to a warmer climate. This year, I was lucky enough to visit California and take a trip to wine country. I learned so much about the process of growing grapes, tending vines, and the intricacies of wine making. I was privileged to take a tour of the Hendry Winery in Napa Valley where the owner spent 4 hours explaining the history of his ranch, the different varieties of grapes, and the complicated process of making a quality wine.

I Vant to Read This Book

I feel kinda drained dry after finishing the Twilight series. I did not have a new installment to sink my teeth into. Lucky for me, MCPL has plenty of tales of the undead to feed my book lust. The Vampire Academy Series by Reachelle Mead enthralls with the goings on at Vladimir Academy. It's incredibly popular, and flying like a bat out of...well..the library. Author Melissa Cruz entertains with the Blue Blood Series about a group of upper West Side teen vamps. P.C.

Tax Tips

Does tax time make you want to bury your head in the sand until April 15 (or April 18 this year, since the IRS gave us all a few extra days)? It does me, but fortunately, my husband actually enjoys this time of year. Here are a couple of his tips.

Civil War Sesquicentennial

When Johnny Comes Marching HomeWhen Johnny comes marching home again, Hurrah, Hurrah,We'll give him a hearty welcome then, Hurrah, Hurrah,The men will cheer, the boys will shout, the ladies they will all turn out,And we'll all feel gay when Johnny comes marching home.

World Rhythm

I'll admit it; I'm a bit of a culture nut. I love learning about cultures around the world, eating food, and listening to music from other countries. Even my iPod is loaded with everything from a Lithuanian Ska/Funk group, to a Turkish alternative metal band, to a Swedish pop singer; all of which I love listening to even if only half their songs are in English.

Book Repairs

Look at all these books that need repairs! The book repair team at "MGC Book Hospital" has its hands full trying to repair and stabilize these books so we can get them back on the shelves for patron use.

Mystery Book Discussion

Killer Angels Book Discussion

Did you ever wonder what the Battle of Gettysburg was really like and why it was so important? Find out the answers to these questions at our book discussion of The Killer Angels on March 3rd at 7 p.m. at the Boardwalk Branch. The Killer Angels by Michael Shaara is a historical novel that tells the story of this pivotal battle from the viewpoints of officers on both sides of the conflict.

Staff Picks on Display!

March marks the first month of our Staff Picks Display here at the Blue Springs South Branch. Every month, a staff member will place some of their favorite titles on display to share with the masses.

This month, my picks are on display. I chose certain titles for different reasons, ranging from the first "grown-up" book I ever read to a book about my favorite baseball team, the St. Louis Cardinals. Hopefully, there will be something that you will enjoy. There are also some music CDs on display, as well, if you are more musically inclined.

Our Very Own Star!

On Wednesday, February 23rd, two representatives from the Liberty Branch attended the Star Partner Awards Luncheon. Held by the Northland Education and Business Alliance, the luncheon included presentation of the Star Partner Awards honoring businesses that enhance the future workforce by supporting local schools and workforce development.